By Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI) We learned our lesson in 2016, my friends. So I challenge all of us this November to turn our proud Wisconsin into a solid blue WINCONSIN! Reflecting back to November of 2016 is painful for all of us. What we’ve endured for over three and a half years since – stuffing children in cages, glorifying white supremacists, stripping away … [Read more...] about We are WINCONSIN!
Kids Eat Right Month (Week 3)
August is celebrated as Kids Eat Right Month sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition Dietetics (“Academy”). Today, the Academy represents more than 100,000 credentialed practitioners, registered dietitian nutritious, dietetic technicians, and other dietetics and nutrition professionals, and is committed to improving the nation’s health and advancing the profession of dietetics … [Read more...] about Kids Eat Right Month (Week 3)
WIC and MHSI Network celebrates National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
WI Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program says: #LetsLatch August has been designated as Breastfeeding Awareness Month. The national breastfeeding campaign, “WIC Breastfeeding Support: Learn Together, Grow Together" centers around a mother’s journey while considering and initiating providing breastmilk for her baby. The goal along the journey is to ensure … [Read more...] about WIC and MHSI Network celebrates National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
Hiring Laborers: Concrete-Carpentry-Masonry at Horizon DBM
HIRING LABORERS: Concrete-Carpentry-Masonry Opportunity to gain hands-on experience on a 40-unit apartment building Flexible: hours 20-40 week for 1-6 months Requirements: Live in Ozaukee/Milwaukee County Household income restrictions Prior work experience How To Apply: Email: SpringHarborHiring@horizondbm.com Attend Job Fair: Virtual 8/27/2020 3 – 6 pm Call: … [Read more...] about Hiring Laborers: Concrete-Carpentry-Masonry at Horizon DBM
Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue August 20, 2020
Click on the cover image below to view the full newspaper on issuu.com … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue August 20, 2020
Wisconsin COVID-19 death toll surpasses 1,000
Gov. Tony Evers announced on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, that in just over six months, Wisconsin's COVID-19 death toll has surpassed 1,000 people. This devastating news comes just as Gov. Evers issued Emergency Order #1, requiring face coverings to be worn in response to the recent spike in new infections. Since early July, the average number of deaths and the seven- day average … [Read more...] about Wisconsin COVID-19 death toll surpasses 1,000
It’s official: Biden/Harris 2020
After months of speculation, presidential candidate Joe Biden named California Sen. Kamala Harris as his running mate on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, making history by selecting the first Black and South Asian American woman to compete on a major party’s presidential ticket and acknowledging the vital role Black voters will play in his bid to defeat President Donald Trump. “I … [Read more...] about It’s official: Biden/Harris 2020
Second ‘Well Mommy & Baby Care Package Drive-Up’ delivers 250 care packages to Milwaukee families
The African American Breastfeeding Network Inc. (AABN) hosted its second "Well Mommy & Baby Care Package Drive- Up," on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2207 North 2nd Street. "Families are experiencing insurmountable stress due to COVID-19, and other situations. This event may lift some of the tension and stress families are feeling by … [Read more...] about Second ‘Well Mommy & Baby Care Package Drive-Up’ delivers 250 care packages to Milwaukee families
WEDC Commissioner Lafayette Crump announces grants to help fight coronavirus pandemic
Lafayette Crump, who was approved as the new Commissioner of City Development for Milwaukee on July 7, 2020, shared efforts by the Wisconsin Economic Development Commission (WEDC) to stop the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and assist local businesses to restart at an outdoor press conference in downtown Milwaukee on Wednesday, August 5, 2020. During brief remarks, Crump … [Read more...] about WEDC Commissioner Lafayette Crump announces grants to help fight coronavirus pandemic
Police Chief Alfonso Morales demoted to Captain
Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales has been demoted to captain, his rank before becoming chief. The Fire & Police Commission voted unanimously to make the move after many members expressed their disappointment in Morales. The commission had given 11 directives to Morales on July 20th. ‘”His conduct is unbecoming, filled with ethical lapses and flawed decisions,” … [Read more...] about Police Chief Alfonso Morales demoted to Captain